Description
Succulent Mediterranean-style Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Sauce bring herbal brightness and rich flavor to your dinner table. Juicy lamb marinated in rosemary and garlic creates an irresistible meal you’ll savor with delightful Mediterranean flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 lamb rib or loin chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- ¼ cup boiling water
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mint Sauce Preparation: Combine finely chopped fresh mint leaves with boiling water, allowing the herbs to steep for 5 minutes. Incorporate vinegar, sugar, and a subtle salt essence, then set aside to cool and develop robust flavors.
- Lamb Marinade: Craft a fragrant marinade by blending olive oil, crushed garlic, freshly chopped rosemary, and a balanced seasoning of salt and pepper. Generously coat lamb chops, allowing them to absorb the aromatic mixture at ambient temperature for optimal flavor infusion.
- Grilling Technique: Fire up the grill to medium-high intensity, creating perfect sear marks. Position lamb chops strategically, grilling 3-4 minutes per side to achieve a succulent medium-rare finish with an internal temperature of 135°F. Monitor closely to maintain desired doneness and develop a caramelized exterior.
- Resting and Serving: Allow grilled lamb chops to rest momentarily, enabling juices to redistribute. Present with the prepared mint sauce, either drizzled elegantly over the meat or served alongside as a complementary condiment.
Notes
- Choose fresh, well-marbled lamb chops with a pinkish-red color and minimal fat for the most tender and flavorful result.
- Allow lamb to absorb marinade at room temperature, which helps even cooking and enhances flavor penetration without compromising meat texture.
- Maintain medium-high heat to achieve perfect sear without burning, creating a delicious caramelized exterior while keeping interior juicy and tender.
- Let grilled lamb chops rest for 5 minutes after cooking to redistribute internal juices, ensuring maximum tenderness and preventing dryness when serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg